Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
phaeanthum
ID:
584971

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 104: 47 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000584303



Common Names

  • Bulbophyllum phaeanthum
  • Dark-Flowered Bulbophyllum
  • Bulbophyllum phaeanthum


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Description

Bulbophyllum phaeanthum (also called Brown Bulbophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical Africa. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants or trees for support, and has long, thin, curved leaves. It produces small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Bulbophyllum phaeanthum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a decorative item in terrariums. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bulbophyllum phaeanthum has a white flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bulbophyllum phaeanthum is a tropical evergreen epiphyte native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Bulbophyllum phaeanthum

Bulbophyllum phaeanthum can be found in tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands.

Bulbophyllum phaeanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bulbophyllum phaeanthum?

Bulbophyllum phaeanthum

What is the natural habitat of Bulbophyllum phaeanthum?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia

What are the care requirements of Bulbophyllum phaeanthum?

Bulbophyllum phaeanthum requires bright, indirect light and regular misting with distilled water.

Species in the Bulbophyllum genus

Bulbophyllum ambatoavense, Bulbophyllum anakbaruppui, Bulbophyllum anisopterum, Bulbophyllum apoense, Bulbophyllum arianeae, Bulbophyllum atrosanguineum, Bulbophyllum auriculatum, Bulbophyllum boudetianum, Bulbophyllum catillus, Bulbophyllum clipeibulbum, Bulbophyllum comberipictum, Bulbophyllum coweniorum, Bulbophyllum danii, Bulbophyllum debrincatiae, Bulbophyllum decurrentilobum, Bulbophyllum filifolium, Bulbophyllum flabellum-veneris, Bulbophyllum foetidilabrum, Bulbophyllum furcatum, Bulbophyllum furcillatum, Bulbophyllum globulosum, Bulbophyllum grotianum, Bulbophyllum ialibuense, Bulbophyllum illecebrum, Bulbophyllum incisilabrum, Bulbophyllum iterans, Bulbophyllum janus, Bulbophyllum labatii, Bulbophyllum lanuginosum, Bulbophyllum lyriforme, Bulbophyllum mystax, Bulbophyllum ochthodes, Bulbophyllum orezii, Bulbophyllum pilosum, Bulbophyllum praetervisum, Bulbophyllum pseudopelma, Bulbophyllum ramulicola, Bulbophyllum reductum, Bulbophyllum rosemarianum, Bulbophyllum scaphiforme, Bulbophyllum simplex, Bulbophyllum sinapis, Bulbophyllum sororculum, Bulbophyllum stenurum, Bulbophyllum subpatulum, Bulbophyllum tectipes, Bulbophyllum trichorhachis, Bulbophyllum tubilabrum, Bulbophyllum turpe, Bulbophyllum uncinatum,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-26968: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.